Hartford Hill Winery

Hartford Hills has been on our to do list ever since moving to Ohio. We're not big drinkers, especially wine, and based on other winery visits in the past, we didn't feel terribly motivated. What a surprise! The barn is an amazing charming atmosphere and the food, albeit lightweight, tastes amazing. It's also very keen of them to offer a healthy craft beer selection as an alternative. Everything is order at the bar. Take drinks with you, and place a number placard on your table for food delivery. You can keep open a tab as they physically hold your card, or pay as you go. We went right at opening (4pm) on a Saturday in August. There were storms on the horizon so all the table reservations were held inside. We were still able to get a nice table as walk ins. Actually it was a perfect table near the stage. Too bad we were way too early for the live music. There were a couple of large groups celebrating birthdays in the back room by the fireplace.

Because I'm not local to the area, I've only attended events at Hartford Hill, and had really different experiences at both. In 2023, I helped my cousin set up a surprise birthday party for her mom, where we had salad, cheese tray, and pizzas catered by the winery. They charge per bottle for wine at events, and were reasonable in how many bottles were open at any given time, and per glass for the slushies and beer. we made little tickets for the bar, and at the end, my cousin was really happy with the price for the service we received. We brought desserts and decorations. The winery was open to the public, and we had a set area where we were hanging out. There was also a high school reunion that evening, and general customers. Great vibe and lots of fun! We cleaned up our event, reset our area, and called it a night. The wines are OK.. very sweet, but the setting is nice, and it's fun to sit at the pond. Fast forward to my sister's wedding. The venue had been so much fun, and so reasonably priced, that she booked it for her wedding. We were all very excited. You can rent the whole venue for an event on the weekends, prior to opening hours, and then doors open at 4, and you have to share. Easy peasy, right? Wrong. One thing that wasn't really communicated on either side, were expectations about moving tables and chairs. For the wedding, we moved a lot of the interior furniture around. And the owner wasn't expecting that and did not react well. He ended up threatening to pull the plug on the DJ an hour before our time was up, yelling at the bride, and my sister was in tears by the end. While I can understand why he was stressed, it was not handled well, and really left a lot of the family unhappy. We had fully intended to clean up and restore the facility by 4, and also stick around and order pizzas and more beverages. We did clean up by 4, and went elsewhere for the after party. So our experience was maybe not the norm, but I wanted to share anyway.

First time visiting this winery . When you first arrive at night you drive up a winding road towards outside lights and brightly lit windows that glowed gold from the outside. What a welcoming sight. When you enter from the large glass doors you can see the people enjoying themselves inside. You could hear the music by a very nice couple singing familiar music from the 60's to the 70's . There were a few couples dancing on the dance floor. We reserved a table that had a menu with some nice choices of food and beer and wine . We had a bottle of Cabernet very nice not a full bodied Cab but pleasant enough. I didn't try the beer but the others seemed to enjoy it. It was the Red Ale . You order at the bar you drinks and food . They bring your food to your table . The drinks you get yourself the bartender did offer to help bring it to the table very nice jester. We ordered two pizzas one white and a Margarita pizza. I believe they were wood fired . They had a lovely crust and the toppings were what you expected on a white pizza and Margarita pizza . We enjoyed both of them. The inside of the building is really beautiful with its high ceiling that has dormers that have windows that are lit up between the massive beams and beautiful wood. A great place to hold a wedding or special affair. This place was a pleasant surprise one which I will likely enjoy again .

This winery has a great vibe and has a nice food menu. It is pretty self explanatory, you walk in, order from the bar. You are either served or they tell you to take a number back to your table depending on what you order.Their outdoor set up is very nice. Bathrooms very clean.I hate to say this, but I was just not impressed at all by the wine. I tasted them all, and only liked the Merlot. Most of the sweeter wines smell like medicine and tasted off. We ordered a white pizza which was very good. It wasn't floppy and was loaded with yummy peppers and garlic.

We have been here twice.... And I wanted to like to so so bad. The wine is tasty, the ambiance and atmosphere is great! It's real cozy. But after being served raw, undercooked pizza twice... I don't think I can go back again. The dough was completely undercooked.

Visited this place a few times and was always impressed. I wasn't personally fond of the wine choices but the frozen drinks were good during the summer. Had the cheese board one time (excellent) and the next time ordered a pizza. The pizza was delicious and served piping hot. Had to actually wait a while for it to be cool enough to eat. Staff is friendly and accommodating. A little off the beaten path but the whole concept and layout of the grounds is great. The interior of the place is very well done. Both times I visited was during the day but would love to see it at night time with live music or something... Great place!

Love driving to get there and sitting by water in warmer months so can see all the ducks.

Wow, what can I say, a great experience. I am newly back to Ohio from California home of Wine Country. I moved in temporarily local and went looking for a winery; Jackpot! Hartford Hill Winery has it all. I called my daughter, they already knew about it. Lets start with management, owners and staff, they had the utmost customer service I have delivered and expected most of my life; even the table cleanup gentleman was incredibly polite and kind. I never heard so many pleases thank yous in a long time. Sorry I did not get your name but your work was certainly acknowledged. Managers Audra and Perry were the most wonderful people you would want to meet, let alone serve you. They were kind, considerate, converse even in a crowd, and are the epitome of customer service professionalism. The House plays great music Thursday through Sunday from one man bands to the popular "Full House Band" (no kidding) playing monthly; don't quote me, check the schedule. The winery is a available for special bookings such as wedding and special events. I looked through the bookings album which was breathtaking and comparable to other location's pricing. They have a great variety of chilled wines from the sweet whites to Merlot's and special beers as well. Food-wise they had a varied menu such as salads, sandwiches, pizzas, burgers and chips, pulled pork and more. I wish they had a steak; I would have invested stock in this corp. That being said, I am already arranging a 12 person friends and family gathering in August and November.I kept taking photos of the interior, historic architecture, and the relaxing decks with private seating near the water. The owner Randy Wyand came and sat with me to personally thank me for coming in; sorry Randy you are on the hook now. I purchased only 5 bottles to take home for the mini winery (tradition, I will be back) a hoodie and a new place to relax, and enjoy good quality dining and entertainment.Five Stars for professionalism, courtesy, comfort and ambience.Skip M. Air ForcePS apologies for any typos, great wine. Cheers

This place had an amazing atmosphere and great service!! Loved the live music as well

What a great place to spend a quiet, lazy summer afternoon. Live music. Nice beer selection, caprese salad and a chicken/spinach pizza. Wish I had found this place sooner.